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Welcome or not: Beyoncé puts most successful country tour ever to her name

Beyoncé is making history as the first woman and American artist with two successful tours raising more than $400 million. Her latest concert series drew 1.6 million tickets sold worldwide and created a petition to have her music heard on country radio stations.

July 29, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

'Phenom' Wiebes stays ahead of Vos again in Tour chaos: 'Best sprinter in the world'

Lorena Wiebes continues her dominance in the Tour de France Femmes with back-to-back sprint victories, establishing herself as virtually unbeatable on flat finishes. With 16 wins this season, she credits her success to her speed and strength, along with the strong support of her team.

July 29, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Auto market under pressure: import duties US already cost manufacturers one billion

- Stellantis warns of a hefty loss of 2.3 billion euros by 2025, partly due to U.S. import duties that have already cost the company 300 million. This also affects other automakers, who are looking for ways to reduce the impact of the duties.

July 29, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

House still returns from recess for debate on Gaza

Political proposal to provide urgent aid for Gaza receives cross-party support as humanitarian situation worsens, with reports of starvation and Israeli interference.

July 29, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Frustration but also relief among European leaders over trade deal with U.S.

US announces 15 percent import tariffs on European goods after trade deal, European leaders react positively but waver on details.

July 28, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Vacation rush in northern Morocco drives up prices: 'Sandwich costs as much as a day's work'

Annual trips to Morocco by tens of thousands of Moroccan-Dutch people lead to overcrowding, high prices, and frustration among locals, with prices for flights, accommodations, and food doubling or even tripling during the peak season in the northern coast of Morocco. The tourism industry in the region is largely driven by small businesses owned by Moroccan-Dutch entrepreneurs, resulting in stark price differences for tourists and locals.